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ABILENE-CITY OF Treatment Plant Operator III - Water Treatment in Abilene, Texas
Treatment Plant Operator III - Water Treatment
Water Treatment, 209 E. Hwy 80, Abilene, Texas, United States of America Req #1065
Date Posted: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Treatment Plant Operator III
Under general supervision to perform a variety of technical work involved in the operation and maintenance of a Water Treatment plant.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position exercises no supervisory responsibilities; however the Treatment Plant Operator I, II and III will participate in training the Treatment Plant Operator Trainee.
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Treatment Plant Operator III
All above requirements with an increased understanding of Rules and Regulations.
Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, lakes, and vendors
Oversees plant is operating efficiently; maintain records; prepare reports regarding the operation of the plant and quality of the plant product; suggest methods of improving plant efficiency.
Troubleshoots and recommends corrective action towards a resolution of maintenance or operation problems.
Assists with conducting chemical and bacteriological analysis of treatment plant products using quality control data analysis data of plant products.
Based on the analysis of information from meter readings, gauges and other control/measuring devices, makes required adjustments.
Maintains effective communication and working relationships with employees, governmental officials, and the general public.
Performs process control laboratory analysis.
Maintains and enters process control as well as other data into the appropriate computer systems.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
State and Federal requirements, rules and regulations for Water Treatment.
Safe chemical handling practices.
Basic algebra and general math skills.
Methods, materials, practices, equipment, and facilities involved in Water Treatment.
Applicable State and Federal regulations.
Workplace occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
Safe driving principles and practices.
Skill to:
Operate and maintain various laboratory equipment and systems.
Use and maintain a variety of tools and equipment used in water and wastewater treatment and repair activities.
Visually, physically, and audibly identify anomalies associated with pumps and motors.
Make logical decisions based on available and/or acquired data through SCADA and computer systems.
Operate basic computer equipment.
Safely operate a motor vehicle in all types of weather.
Ability to:
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Read, write and understand the English language and follow written and oral instructions.
Physically perform duties related to building and grounds maintenance, including mowing, weed-eating, sweeping, mopping, painting, and digging.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted inthe course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values - Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Divisions mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the Abilities listed above:
Perform laboratory process control testing.
Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, lakes, and vendors
Perform required computer operations in conjunction with position specific requirements.
Lead and manage a team in a manner that accomplishes the Divisions mission and treats team memberswith dignity, courtesy, and respect.
E perience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
Experience:
Treatment Plant Operator III
A TCEQ qualifying Bachelor of Science Degree and successfully passing TCEQ A Water training courses is required.
OR A minimum of six (6) years of experience at a Surface Water Treatment plant and TCEQ A Water License training courses is required.
License or Certificate:
A valid Texas drivers license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
Treatment Plant Operator III
The A Water License issued by the TCEQ is required.
Special Requirements:
A C Surface Water License is required by TCEQ in order to operate our Surface Water Treatment Plant and for continued employment with the City of Abilene Water Treatment Division beyond the 18 month acquisition period.
All state licensed personnel must pass a State of Texas Criminal background check. The State of Texas has the authority to grant or deny the required license.
Ability to report to work in various types of weather as required.
Work a variable shift schedule with the potential for short notice schedule changes.
Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confined work spaces, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.
Facilities operate 24-hours per day and 365 days per year.
Treatment Plant Operators I, II and III
There are two classifications of operators,Shift OperatorsandRelief
Operators.
Shift Operatorswork a set schedule every week with set days off, includes working Holidays.
Relief Operatorsare hired to cover all shifts as required due to shift operators approved time off, illness, training requirements, etc. They may be required to work overtime, get short notice of schedule changes and may have to report back to work with a short turn around (8 hours off before next shift) on rare occasions. If the Relief Operator is not scheduled to cover a shift, their hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Shift Operator and Relief Operator positions are filled based on seniority and the existing operators preference. Therefore, during the interview process, the hiring managers will explain the open position for which the applicant is being considered.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
With or without accommodation, the X indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
_ Sedentary - lifting of no more than 10 pounds
_ Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
_ Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
X Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
_ Very Heavy - team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes:The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a